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Sting

A bee sting caused her world to crash. It made her leap about in pain into the sideboard, tipping hot dogs, mustard, ketchup, smearing stains on mom's new carpet as dad slipped and fell down, suffering damage (to his pride!). The cook-out turned into a train wreck. Words of anger from her brother and a spanking from her father bringing enforced isolation for at least two days, (it's just not fair!) But when clearer heads prevailed, mom dressed the sting with ointment and dad produced the ice cream. They gave her back her TV privileges (after all she's only six!) and kissed her boo boo better!

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Date: 1/21/2009 6:29:00 AM
This is such a wonderful story, Keith. I know things like this can happen and do. I love the ending stanza. "But when clearer heads prevail" I love that line! Awesomely penned, as always, your talent is always an inspiration and this write is endearing. Love and hugs, Robin
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